2024 Kia Niro vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia Niro

2024 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,940 to $35,340
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota RAV4

2024 Toyota
RAV4

MSRP*: $28,675 to $38,380
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MPG - City 53 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 45 - 54 MPG 28 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 69.7 - 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 139 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 174.0 in 180.9 - 181.5 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 73.0 - 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Niro than in the Toyota RAV4. The Kia Niro will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Niro as you will with the Toyota RAV4, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Niro will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota RAV4.

Dimensions
The Kia Niro is a little narrower than the Toyota RAV4, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Kia Niro is slightly shorter than the Toyota RAV4, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Kia Niro has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota RAV4, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Niro has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota RAV4.

Powertrain
The Kia Niro has much lower torque than the Toyota RAV4, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Niro and the Toyota RAV4. The Kia Niro has less cargo space than the Toyota RAV4, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.